WorksheetsFood Room Safety and Hygiene Quiz Year 7
Total questions: 17
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is the correct temperature to store perishable food in a refrigerator?
10°C
4°C
0°C
15°C
Which of the following is a key practice in food hygiene?
Wearing sandals in the kitchen
Washing hands before handling food
Using the same cutting board for raw meat and vegetables
Leaving food out overnight
What should you do if you spill oil on the kitchen floor?
Leave it and continue cooking
Wipe it up immediately to prevent slipping
Cover it with a towel
Ignore it
Which of the following is considered personal protective equipment in the kitchen?
Apron
Sunglasses
Flip-flops
Hat
What is the safest way to handle a knife?
Hold it by the blade
Hold it by the handle
Toss it to someone
Leave it in the sink
How often should you clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces?
Once a week
After each use
Once a month
Only when they look dirty
What is the purpose of using a colour-coded cutting board system?
To make the kitchen look colourful
To prevent cross-contamination
To match the kitchen decor
To confuse the cook
Which of the following should you do before using an electrical appliance in the kitchen?
Check for frayed cords
Use it with wet hands
Plug it in and turn it on immediately
Ignore the instructions
What is the correct way to store knives when not in use?
In a drawer with other utensils
In a knife block or magnetic strip
On the countertop
In a sink full of water
Why is it important to wear a hairnet or tie back long hair in the kitchen?
To look fashionable
To prevent hair from falling into food
To keep warm
To avoid getting hair wet
What should you do if you accidentally cut yourself while cooking?
Continue cooking
Wash the cut, apply a plaster, and inform an adult
Ignore it
Use the same knife to continue
Which of the following is a safe practice when using a stove?
Leaving the kitchen while cooking
Turning pot handles towards the back of the stove
Wearing loose clothing
Placing flammable items near the stove
What is the best way to clean a cutting board after using it for raw meat?
Rinse with cold water
Wipe with a dry cloth
Wash with hot soapy water and sanitise
Leave it to air dry
Which of the following is NOT a safe practice when handling hot pans?
Using oven mitts
Using a damp cloth
Keeping handles away from the edge
Placing on a heat-resistant surface
Why is it important to clean up spills immediately in the kitchen?
To make the kitchen look tidy
To prevent accidents and slips
To avoid attracting pests
To save time later
What should you do if you notice a strange smell coming from an electrical appliance?
Continue using it
Unplug it and inform an adult
Spray air freshener
Ignore it
Name the 2 different knife holds we use when cutting fruit and vegetables.
Claw hold
Bridge hold
